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COO jobs on OPT are accessible but competitive. Most hiring happens at growth-stage startups and mid-size companies where operational leadership is a genuine need. Your 12-month OPT window is enough to land the role, but H-1B sponsorship readiness should be part of every conversation from the start.
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The Center for Online and Continuing Education at Florida Atlantic University is seeking a Registration Systems Coordinator - Boca Raton, FL. With over 30,000 students from all 50 states and over 180 countries, 21 intercollegiate teams, 180 plus degree programs, and an administration that thrives on discovery and excellence, FAU is pushing the boundaries of higher education. Florida Atlantic's faculty and staff are trailblazers and innovators with a passion for finding creative solutions while advancing science, art, and technology in all disciplines. Our work environment is a hub of cultures from across the nation and the world, making FAU a place where collaboration flourishes.
Responsible for completing tasks that support the Assistant Provost for Online and Continuing Education and work with the unit’s project coordinators team, including, but not limited to, managing the continuing education registration platform, training university partners on the system, collecting and analyzing data, generating reports and documents, preparing presentations, providing project management support, and other duties as assigned. The Registration Systems Coordinator will collaborate with the Assistant Provost and team to maximize productivity on tasks, projects, and initiatives.
Summary of Responsibilities:
- Responsible for the management of the CampusCE registration platform distributed throughout the university for non-credit registration, which includes instance set-up, connection to the eCommerce site, and testing of all new instances
- Train and support university partners and champions on the CampusCE platform to meet their specific needs and customize the instance for each iteration
- Work closely with the CampusCE team to stay current on software updates, functionality, and unique user requirements
- Manage and create customized reports from the CampusCE platform and create dashboards for executive-level review
- Assist the Center for Online & Continuing Education software developer on items such as database management, tracking tools, web and desktop apps, and other reporting requirements
- Develop training materials on the use of the registration system, tools, and best practices for the CampusCE platform. Provide face-to-face training sessions and updates to university partners
- Identify and evaluate current stakeholder needs, and assemble proposals and/or presentations, as necessary
- Troubleshoot registration issues, unique program needs, and student access to the CRM for all continuing education partners
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
FAU Benefits and Perks
If Benefits & Perks are important to you, then FAU is the place to be! Working at FAU has its perks! In addition to helping drive change and having a positive impact by supporting our students, staff, and faculty, FAU offers:
- Excellent benefit packages including Medical (PPO/HMO $50 per month single & $180 per month family), Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending plans, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and much more.
- State retirement options including tax-deferred annuities and Roth 403(b) plans.
- State employees Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.
- Sick Leave Pool Program.
- Paid time off (eligible employees) including vacation and sick leave, 1 personal day, 9 paid holidays, and paid winter break (at President’s discretion).
- Paid Community Engagement Volunteer Service Day
- Employee Educational Scholarship Program (EESP) for eligible Staff/Faculty - Tuition assistance after 6 months of full-time employment. For in-unit faculty, the EESP program may be extended to spouses and dependent children (eligibility rules apply).
For details on FAU's amazing offers visit us at https://www.fau.edu/hr/benefits/index.php
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Minimum Qualifications:
Master's degree in an appropriate area of specialization; or a bachelor's degree in an appropriate area of specialization and two years of appropriate experience required.
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree or higher in computer science.
Two years or more of experience working with 3rd-party software platform.
Salary:
$65,000 per year
College or Department:
Center for Online and Continuing Education
Location:
Boca Raton
Work Days and Hours:
Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm.
Application Deadline:
2026-04-07
Special Instructions to Applicant:
Salary updated from $61,500 annually to $65,000 annually
This recruitment has been reopened; all previous applicants are still under consideration and need not reapply. This position may close without prior notice.
APPLICATION DOCUMENTS REQUIRED:
- Resume
- Cover letter
OFFICIAL SEALED TRANSCRIPTS REQUIRED:
Final candidate will be required to have official, sealed transcripts and original NACES evaluation, if applicable, sent from their educational institution to Human Resources prior to the start of employment.
PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENINGS REQUIRED:
Selected candidates must successfully complete and pass all employment screenings prior to the start of employment. Employment screenings may include a criminal background check (level I and level II), motor vehicle check, credit check, reference checks, alcohol, and drug screening check.
REQUEST FOR ACCOMMODATIONS:
Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodations may contact the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX at 561-297-3004 or send an email at accommodate@fau.edu. To contact Human Resources, please call 561-297-3057. For communication assistance call 7-1-1.
Position Summary:
The Center for Online and Continuing Education at Florida Atlantic University is seeking a Registration Systems Coordinator - Boca Raton, FL. With over 30,000 students from all 50 states and over 180 countries, 21 intercollegiate teams, 180 plus degree programs, and an administration that thrives on discovery and excellence, FAU is pushing the boundaries of higher education. Florida Atlantic's faculty and staff are trailblazers and innovators with a passion for finding creative solutions while advancing science, art, and technology in all disciplines. Our work environment is a hub of cultures from across the nation and the world, making FAU a place where collaboration flourishes.
Responsible for completing tasks that support the Assistant Provost for Online and Continuing Education and work with the unit’s project coordinators team, including, but not limited to, managing the continuing education registration platform, training university partners on the system, collecting and analyzing data, generating reports and documents, preparing presentations, providing project management support, and other duties as assigned. The Registration Systems Coordinator will collaborate with the Assistant Provost and team to maximize productivity on tasks, projects, and initiatives.
Summary of Responsibilities:
- Responsible for the management of the CampusCE registration platform distributed throughout the university for non-credit registration, which includes instance set-up, connection to the eCommerce site, and testing of all new instances
- Train and support university partners and champions on the CampusCE platform to meet their specific needs and customize the instance for each iteration
- Work closely with the CampusCE team to stay current on software updates, functionality, and unique user requirements
- Manage and create customized reports from the CampusCE platform and create dashboards for executive-level review
- Assist the Center for Online & Continuing Education software developer on items such as database management, tracking tools, web and desktop apps, and other reporting requirements
- Develop training materials on the use of the registration system, tools, and best practices for the CampusCE platform. Provide face-to-face training sessions and updates to university partners
- Identify and evaluate current stakeholder needs, and assemble proposals and/or presentations, as necessary
- Troubleshoot registration issues, unique program needs, and student access to the CRM for all continuing education partners
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
FAU Benefits and Perks
If Benefits & Perks are important to you, then FAU is the place to be! Working at FAU has its perks! In addition to helping drive change and having a positive impact by supporting our students, staff, and faculty, FAU offers:
- Excellent benefit packages including Medical (PPO/HMO $50 per month single & $180 per month family), Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending plans, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and much more.
- State retirement options including tax-deferred annuities and Roth 403(b) plans.
- State employees Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.
- Sick Leave Pool Program.
- Paid time off (eligible employees) including vacation and sick leave, 1 personal day, 9 paid holidays, and paid winter break (at President’s discretion).
- Paid Community Engagement Volunteer Service Day
- Employee Educational Scholarship Program (EESP) for eligible Staff/Faculty - Tuition assistance after 6 months of full-time employment. For in-unit faculty, the EESP program may be extended to spouses and dependent children (eligibility rules apply).
For details on FAU's amazing offers visit us at https://www.fau.edu/hr/benefits/index.php
Explore Living in Palm Beach County
The goal is to provide local employers and new employees in the area a comprehensive guide with places to live. View it here: Discover Housing Resources in Palm Beach County | BDB
Minimum Qualifications:
Master's degree in an appropriate area of specialization; or a bachelor's degree in an appropriate area of specialization and two years of appropriate experience required.
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree or higher in computer science.
Two years or more of experience working with 3rd-party software platform.
Salary:
$65,000 per year
College or Department:
Center for Online and Continuing Education
Location:
Boca Raton
Work Days and Hours:
Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm.
Application Deadline:
2026-04-07
Special Instructions to Applicant:
Salary updated from $61,500 annually to $65,000 annually
This recruitment has been reopened; all previous applicants are still under consideration and need not reapply. This position may close without prior notice.
APPLICATION DOCUMENTS REQUIRED:
- Resume
- Cover letter
OFFICIAL SEALED TRANSCRIPTS REQUIRED:
Final candidate will be required to have official, sealed transcripts and original NACES evaluation, if applicable, sent from their educational institution to Human Resources prior to the start of employment.
PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENINGS REQUIRED:
Selected candidates must successfully complete and pass all employment screenings prior to the start of employment. Employment screenings may include a criminal background check (level I and level II), motor vehicle check, credit check, reference checks, alcohol, and drug screening check.
REQUEST FOR ACCOMMODATIONS:
Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodations may contact the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX at 561-297-3004 or send an email at accommodate@fau.edu. To contact Human Resources, please call 561-297-3057. For communication assistance call 7-1-1.
How to Get Visa Sponsorship in COO
Lead with operational results, not immigration status
COO hiring decisions are driven by outcomes. Open with metrics: revenue growth you influenced, costs you reduced, teams you scaled. Once there is genuine interest, the sponsorship conversation becomes a process question, not a dealbreaker.
Get the sponsorship conversation in early but not first
Raise H-1B sponsorship after you have demonstrated clear value, ideally before an offer is drafted. Waiting until the final stage creates legal and logistical complications that can derail an otherwise successful hire.
Align your field of study to the operational function
STEM OPT applicants get 24 additional months of authorization, but only if the COO role connects to your STEM degree. Business operations roles tied to engineering, data, or technology management often qualify. Confirm eligibility with your DSO before applying.
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Can I work as a COO on F-1 OPT?
Yes. F-1 OPT authorizes full-time employment in any role directly related to your field of study, including C-suite positions like COO. The key requirement is that the operational work must connect to your degree field. A COO role at a technology company is straightforward for a computer science or engineering graduate. Business, management, and finance graduates have comparable pathways for companies in their sector.
Do COO roles qualify for STEM OPT extension?
They can, but it depends on your degree and the employer's structure. If your bachelor's or master's degree is in a STEM-designated field and the COO role is at an E-Verify-enrolled company with responsibilities tied to that field, you may qualify for the 24-month STEM extension. Operational leadership at a technology, data, or engineering company is the most common qualifying scenario. Confirm with your DSO before applying.
How do I find COO jobs where employers are open to OPT?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for this. It filters COO and senior operational roles by employers who are open to sponsoring international candidates, so you are not wasting applications on companies that will not engage. Growth-stage startups and Series B to Series D companies are typically the most receptive to OPT candidates at the COO level because they need proven operators quickly and are less constrained by legacy HR policies.
Will employers hesitate to hire a COO on OPT?
Some will, particularly large enterprises with rigid hiring policies. Smaller and mid-size companies, especially those that have sponsored visas before, tend to be more pragmatic. The most effective way to reduce hesitation is to demonstrate clear operational value early in the process and address the sponsorship timeline proactively with a concise explanation of what the process involves and what it costs the employer.
What happens to my COO position if my OPT expires before my H-1B is approved?
If your employer files an H-1B petition before your OPT expires and your registration is selected in the lottery, the cap-gap provision extends your work authorization through September 30 of that year. If your H-1B takes effect October 1, there is no gap in authorization. If your petition is not selected or not filed in time, you cannot continue working and would need to explore alternative visa options with your employer and an immigration attorney.
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